Widening The Circle Of Compassion – Hedgehog Wisdom

Hedgehog WisdomThis article is number 4 in the “Widening The Circle Of Compassion” series. While you can read this article independently, I invite you to read all the articles in the series where you will meet fox, spider, and deer.

In the Widening The Circle Of Compassion series:
1) A Meeting With Fox (and a homeless cat)
2) Spider Magic
3) A meeting with Deer
4) Hedgehog Wisdom

The article I share with you here is based on an event in my own life; a hedgehog was killed by a car in the street outside our home. This particular hedgehog was “our” hedgehog, living in our garden. Since we are usually up and about very early, we would often meet him (or her) in the garden before sunrise while it was dark, and also after sunset. We miss the little hedgehog, and definitely feel the emptiness due to his absence.

A Sacred Spirit Journey to meet the spirit of the hedgehog

Two days after the death of the hedgehog, I decided to connect with the spirit of our little animal friend. As I start the journey, I find myself standing at the edge of the street, close to where the hedgehog was killed. My heart hurts and I feel sadness for the poor little guy. He was a light in our lives. Every day I looked forward to seeing him. Now he’s gone. If the cars wouldn’t drive so fast, he might have had a chance.

“Are you sad for me?”, I hear a voice beside me say. I look to my left. Hedgehog’s spirit is standing there.

“Yes, I am sad for you”, I say. “I have no words, besides: we love you and we’re so sorry you were killed so suddenly and horribly. I’m here to help you if you need help.”

Hedgehog says,

“I really appreciate that. You have already helped – when you connected with me shortly after and I asked for your help. Now I’m here to help you”. He smiles.


Back to when I first connected with Hedgehog, shortly after the accident

Let us take a moment here to go back to when I first connected with hedgehog, because I actually connected with him briefly on the morning two days before, when we found him dead in the street in front of our home. When I connected with him that first time, I didn’t have the possibility to do my usual Sacred Spirit Writing, but that didn’t stop me from doing a Sacred Spirit Journey while standing in a crowded train at rush hour with the intention to help hedgehog. I felt I needed to do something right away, and I didn’t want to wait.

As I began that first journey, I found his spirit standing by the side of the street (the same spot as now in the later journey). He was looking out on the cars going by and at his physical body in the street. He looked lost, as I came and stood beside him, greeting him.

He came up to me, looked up at me and asked, “Can you help me?”.

“Of course we can!”, I said. I asked my spirit guide for help, and he brought healing and comfort to the little hedgehog. Afterwards he was doing better. Then, to my surprise I saw the spirit of Kia, my angel cat who died in 2012, coming towards us. It felt truly special that it was her who showed up. Her gentle, loving presence had a healing, calming, and reassuring influence on the hedgehog, and she had come to guide the hedgehog. We said goodbye and I watched as they both walked away into the light. I knew the hedgehog would be okay.

Forward to now

Since the animals I connect with often have messages they are eager to pass on, and the hedgehog didn’t have a chance to relay his message the first time I connected with him, I journeyed to him again to ask if he needed further help and particularly if he had a message he wanted to share with us.

I say to hedgehog, “You seem to be in pretty good shape now. Are you okay?”

Hedgehog says, “Yes. Kia escorted me into the light and I received further healing there. All that love and the speedy help meant a great deal and helped me heal. Now I’m ready to be here for you.”

Marianne: “I’m so happy to hear you have already been getting much healing. I’m honored that you have returned to offer us help. What message do you have? And is there something I can do for you?”


Hedgehog Wisdom

Hedgehog looks out into the street where the cars are going by fast now. Hedgehog says:

“As you can see, there are many dangers in life, and each day presents a risk – but each day is also a gift. Become present in the Now with your whole being, living the life you were meant to live. You know what that is, when you look into your heart. Your heart will tell you. Each day, let the sunrise fill you with gratitude for new life and a new day.

Instead of looking around and seeing dangers, why not look around and see miracles, blessings? See the light, the love – the life that is expressing itself all around you. You are connected with all that. When you truly realize that, your life will become filled with wonders.

Each being is unique. Bless each being you meet and see them shine their light. Hold a loving presence and space for them to flourish. The Earth is home to us all. We are all brothers and sisters in spirit.”

Marianne: “Thanks. That’s beautiful. What is your unique gift?”

Hedgehog says:
“You already know my wisdom”, he smiles. “I go my own ways. I teach you about the importance of setting boundaries, but I’m also – in the light of this past event – a reminder to you that no matter how much you try to protect yourself, our time on Earth is temporary. Our earthly existence is temporary, so live each day to the fullest – live authentically, from the heart, and know inside that your spirit lives on. I have many lessons for you, but let it be enough for now.

I send you blessings on your path and thank you for your compassionate heart. Spread the word about the wisdom of animals and our connection – that we’re all one in spirit. This awareness and transformation will heal and ultimately save our world.”


I thank him and see him walking off in his characteristic way towards the light. Kia is sitting there waiting for him. He must be special since she is there. Kia looks at me with love in her eyes and then they both disappear into the light.

I thank my spirit guide and end the journey.

Your own Sacred Spirit Journey

Animals who have passed and animals who are still alive have much wisdom to share with us. If you wish to be connected with an animal spirit guide and hear what message that particular animal has for you, you can order a Sacred Spirit Journey, where I journey to connect you with an animal or spirit guide that has a message, healing or guidance that you need at this point in your life.

Here is a selection of articles where you can read more examples of wisdom and guidance from animals.
Butterfly dreams – A Sacred Spirit Journey
Reclaim your power: Life wisdom from horse
Horse wisdom: Walking in power and grace
Bear wisdom: On self-care and taking charge of your life
How opening to wonder and imagination can help you manifest your dream


PS: The photos we had taken of ‘our’ hedgehog were of poor quality, so the images in this post are from Pixabay.


Comments

  1. Avatar photo Tae Lynne says

    Marianne, I love hedgehogs! I was so touched by your story of his death & subsequent message to you for every being to be present to the here & now. A great reminder that life is only loaned to us for a short time & we must make the most of it while here before passing on to the light. Thank you.

  2. I’m very curious about hedgehogs… and you have made me want to learn more about them.

  3. Wow thank you Marianne. Been so in touch lately with my dog Cammi’s spirit and this helped me connect more with her. I love that you connected with such a gentle creature and assisted him. You are a blessing! <3

  4. What a lovely post! I’ve been really paying attention to the animals that appear in my life for the past couple of years and it’s such a wonder to try and understand the message they bring.

  5. I always enjoy your spirit journeys and the wisdom you share! Thank you, once again!

  6. O.M.G. Marianne, this is soooo beautiful. Tears in my eyes the whole way through. Thank you, and thanks to the beautiful hedgehog! (btw, I don’t know much about hedgehogs, but I have one as a character in my book for children, The Compost Heroes.) xox, Reba

  7. Thank you Marianne this is beautiful and I have to say I rarely think of animal spirits as you have described and shared here- an eye opener for me. Then I know the healing poser that animals can have too xxoo

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